Description
This Best Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe produces a soft, chewy, and perfectly golden large cookie that’s ideal for sharing or indulging as a sizable treat. Made from classic ingredients blended to create a rich buttery dough loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, it is baked to perfection for a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough ensuring even distribution.
- Shape Dough: Form the dough into one large ball and place it in the center of the prepared baking sheet. Press down lightly to slightly flatten the top for even cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center appears just set but not dry.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the giant cookie to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to firm up before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a softer cookie, remove from the oven closer to 18 minutes; for a crispier edge, bake closer to 22 minutes.
- You can customize by adding nuts or different types of chocolate chips if desired.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve proper creaming.
- If you want individual cookies instead of one giant cookie, divide the dough accordingly and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
